Program Overview

Department of Hearing and Speech

The Department of Hearing and Speech offers various programs, including the Master of Arts in Speech-Language Pathology (M.A.SLP), Clinical Doctor in Speech-Language Pathology (SLPD), and Doctor of Philosophy in Speech-Language Pathology (Ph.D.).

Master of Arts in Speech-Language Pathology (M.A.SLP)

The Master of Arts in Speech-Language Pathology (M.A.SLP) program provides students with a comprehensive education in speech-language pathology. The program includes:

• Curriculum
• Eligibility and Requirements
• Tuition, Costs and Financial Assistance
• How to Apply
• Application Resources
• Accreditation
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Technical Standards
• Clinical Opportunities in Speech-Language Pathology

Clinical Doctor in Speech-Language Pathology (SLPD)

The Clinical Doctor in Speech-Language Pathology (SLPD) program is designed for students who want to pursue a career in speech-language pathology. The program focuses on clinical practice and prepares students for leadership roles in the field.

Doctor of Philosophy in Speech-Language Pathology (Ph.D.)

The Doctor of Philosophy in Speech-Language Pathology (Ph.D.) program is a research-based program that prepares students for careers in academia, research, and clinical practice. The program emphasizes advanced research and scholarship in speech-language pathology.

Career Paths

The Department of Hearing and Speech prepares students for various career paths, including:

• Audiologist
• Speech-Language Pathologist

Research

The department is involved in various research areas, including:

• Aphasia Language, Learning, Communication and Conversation Lab
• Auditory Research Alliance Lab
• Bilingual Language Laboratory
• Culturally Responsive Early Literacy Intervention
• Communication Success Lab
• Comprehension and Language Learning Lab
• Fragile X Lab
• Reading, Language and Learning Lab
• Speech and Applied Neuroscience Lab
• Speech in Little Bilinguals Lab
• Speech Perception, Cognition and Hearing Lab

Clinical Services

The department offers various clinical services, including:

• Hearing Services
• Speech-Language Pathology Services

Application Resources

The application process for the department's programs involves a holistic review of the applicant's qualifications. The admissions committee looks for specific information from reference letters that complement the other information in the application.

Instructions for Reference Letter Writers

Reference letter writers should focus on the following topics:

• Briefly explain your relationship with the applicant
• Document unique contributions to the incoming class
• Describe core, entry-level competencies
• Provide an overall recommendation

Core Competencies

The department looks for applicants who demonstrate the following core competencies:

• Academic ability and preparation
• Communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Analytical skills
• Potential for professionalism
• Potential for leadership
• Cultural and linguistic diversity